9781332887798 - Notes on the West Indies, Vol. 1 of 2: Including Observations Relative to the Creoles and Slaves of the Western Colonies, and the Indians of South ... ... Fever of ... (4 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This insightful and entertaining book follows the arduous journey of the author, a military physician, as he leaves England to join the St. Domingo expedition in 1795. Along the way, he provides colourful descriptions of the sights, sounds, and peoples he encounters, from a menacing naval battle to the vibrant markets of Barbados. The author's experiences and astute observations offer a nuanced account of the West Indies during the period, painting a vivid picture of the complex social and political dynamics at play. With wit and candour, the author not only narrates the events of the expedition but also reflects on the broader implications of colonialism, slavery, and the human condition itself. This book is a valuable historical document that invites readers to delve into the struggles, triumphs, and thought-provoking insights of a keen observer of his time. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

Condizione: Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Seiten: 552 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.